Sauces and seasonings
Basic Meat Coating Mix

Recipe submitted by DaVita dietitian Beverly from Georgia.
Portions: 12
Serving size 1-1/2 tablespoons for 1 piece of meat
Ingredients
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1 cup dry unseasoned breadcrumbs
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon basil
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1/2 teaspoon dried celery leaves
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
Preparation
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Blend ingredients in a food processor or a blender.
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Dip fresh meat into margarine or oil, then coat with coating mix, one piece at a time.
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Bake meat in the oven or fry in a skillet.
Nutrients per serving
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Calories: 37
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Protein: 1 g
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Carbohydrate: 7 g
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Fat: 0 g
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Cholesterol: 0 mg
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Sodium: 66 mg
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Potassium: 25 mg
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Phosphorus: 16 mg
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Calcium: 20 mg
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Fiber: 0.5 g
Renal and Renal Diabetic Food Choices
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1/2 starch
Carbohydrate Choices
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1/2
Helpful hints
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Make homemade dry breadcrumbs by toasting bread in the oven until dry and crisp. Process in a food processor or blender to make crumbs.
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This mix keeps well in the freezer. Make extra for later use.
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Try the following variations for additional flavors:
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Beef or veal: add 1/2 teaspoon marjoram or oregano
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Chicken: add 1/2 teaspoon thyme and ½ teaspoon sage
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Pork: add 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon or 1/4 teaspoon allspice
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